Reading My Book (part 1) | VEDISI Day 4

[@joeyleery2002]

My new sexuality is ´Mostly straight with some inclination to say yes to whatever Hazel Hayes may propose, sexual or otherwise'. Good God Hazel... you just keep getting better and better. ps. I am already embarrassed of this comment but I am going to post it anyway.

[@kaitlynlancaster4655]

And that is a big ol' mood.

[@GOD999MODE]

She's pretty stunning

[@okonh0wp]

@@GOD999MODE and her accent is so beautiful. t reminds me of how friendly and warm everyone was in Ireland on my vacation there

[@betul6350]

please do the audiobook!

[@spudanky]

You have a soothing voice and immersive writing style.

[@Mettelicious]

I'm already teary-eyed! We may not know each other, but i feel as if i'm SO proud of a friend!

[@StormTheParade]

This book feels like a very cathartic, well written homage to everyone who has sat in an empty room or an empty apartment in the dark and cried for people not worth their tears. I am very excited to feel my heart break again, this time not for myself or a relationship, but for everyone who can relate to the thoughts and feelings you've lain bare for everyone. I will be ordering this ASAP and expect to swallow it whole in a single night, then again and again 🥰

[@TheHazelHayes]

StormTheParade Such a lovely comment thank you! Can’t wait to hear your thoughts when you’ve read it all x

[@rutabrivlauka4911]

I'm more of a fantasy adventure kinda gal myself, and i read these types of stories very rarely, but you've convinced me. I already kind of wanted to read this book, because i like your videos and after seeing you talk about films i figured it would probably be good, but after listening to this i am set on buying this book. I really liked the "i can do better than that" bit. I felt that cringe. Also i just enjoyed the video. It was really calming.

[@nap5tablook]

the guy from the tapas bar!! i remember that one from the obligatory valentines content video with dodie from... two years ago? three? honestly i don't know how long ago that was cause i have no sense for time at all

[@7211_]

greyishmilk same!!

[@allergictoalliteration6033]

I thought so too!

[@agaw7965]

Yeah, I knew I heard this story somewhere before... Thank you!

[@katieelizabeth7622]

This reminds me of when I was younger, not too young maybe 8 or 9 years old and didn’t feel well because of anxiety, I’d curl up next to my nana, and she’s read to me until I fell asleep. She hasn’t done so in many years, as she’s getting older and it’s harder for her to do things now, but I digress. This has the same kinda aura of that, and for some reason it brought me to tears. I just feel so comfortable and safe, especially during this dark time. Well done, Hazel. This is beautifully written and thank you for using your platform for this. xo

[@TheHazelHayes]

Katie Elizabeth Thank you for sharing this beautiful memory Katie. The idea that me reading to you helped bring you back to that I almost brought me to tears so we’ve both touched each other’s lives today ❤️

[@katieelizabeth7622]

Hazel Hayes ❤️❤️

[@emmasperos8926]

i can hear your heart in your writing and that’s so amazing

[@kaitlynlancaster4655]

The strong women posters was a throwback to the Halloween makeup video with Dodie and made me think of Dory. The taxi kiss is another story I remember hearing from hazel in a video. I really love how well written it is so far, knowing its got real-life things in it really help solidify the normality of the situation.

[@lucynicoleee]

this video reminds me of the feeling totm used to give me without the visuals. your voice is so soothing and I can't wait to hear/read more of your lovely book💗

[@ashleybrubaker7124]

WOW! Just WOW. I started crying to this and its just the begining. I just watched the book release video with Dodie and this is THE book - meaning the first book I pick up in a while for more than a school assignment and something more meaningful than words and pages. Thank you Hazel for the work you did to create a masterpiece and somewhere were all of us who are hurt can be soothed and felt validated in the feelings which we know a form of. Thank you!

[@AmyMcDonaghGuitar]

Hazel you are just fab 😍 thank you so much for these videos! I just saw your good news so congratulations, and I’m now binge watching Vedisi. I can’t tell you how much your videos help me, as an Irish girl in LA who is so homesick and had to cancel my first visit home after moving, listening to an Irish accent is soothing my aches 😅 it’s crazy I’m a new subscriber and I feel like I know you! Keep being amazing 💚

[@hanna_maria]

10 minutes in I rushed to amazon to buy this damn book only to realize that it comes out in june??? YOU CAN'T DO THIS TO ME HAZEL I'M SMITTEN 😭♥️

[@SadieMayB]

i have no idea if you’ll see this but i wanted to come back to this video because i read out of love when it first came out and obviously loved it, but now i’m going through a break up myself and have been rereading the book in reverse. it’s been such a genuine help, you put into words so many feelings that i thought i was very alone in, and i wanted to come back here to hear the first/last chapter in your own words. thank you.

[@rubyaliciamusic1868]

Your voice is so soothing. There are no other videos that I’d happily sit and watch the whole way through completely captivated the whole way through! Stay safe during this scary time, thankyou x

[@erindekker6121]

babe could you do a flat tour? or talk about how you decorate your house? xx

[@Molldance]

Thank you! I have been really anxious today and hearing you read so calmly and beautifully has helped me so much! X

[@TheHazelHayes]

Molly 5352681 glad I could help x

[@bethkennedy_x]

I’m so excited to read this book - I didn’t even notice time passing as you read it, it got to the end and I genuinely frowned when you announced that was it for now lol. You definitely have a way with words, only problem is I’ll be hoping for an audiobook read by you by the time this chapter is over 😂🤞🏼

[@eLeLhusband]

Dodie and you are gonna make my 2020 special. I can already see the evenings with Dories music in the back reading your book in my beanbag

[@karolinehuber2680]

This was so pleasant, very excited for tomorrow’s video. The simile with the wagon was really smart, because the analogy actually led somewhere with the stitched on smile as a metaphor for pretending to be content. Also, the detail with the sheets tied the narration together nicely and was really memorable.

[@emmafinegan5417]

Listening to you feels very healing. Thank you, Hazel. I'm looking forward to reading this. ❤

[@heyhaileyjoy]

I absolutely love your writing style, Hazel! And getting to hear you read your own words aloud is an extra treat! Thank you for sharing!

[@locketgirl8500]

On your first VEDISI I started a paint by numbers and now its become a bit of a routine, I loveddd listening to this part while I painted away, lost. Thank you for letting me escape it all for a while. Means so much x

[@elisabethLR]

Oh hazel! I've been waiting for your book since your Interview with Grace Helbig on Not too deep ❤️ can't wait to have it in my hands.

[@TheHazelHayes]

I CAN'T WAIT TO HAVE IT IN MY HANDS!

[@marlyngasparindovina3034]

I'm speechless in the best way possible. I love all of this. I love that this book was a passion piece; that you were so captivated by this story in your brain that you had to put pen to paper (or hands to keyboard- whatever). I love that you radiate confidence in your openness. I've pre-ordered the book. I'm so happy I can be able to support you. I wish all the best for you. Take my money.

[@seashore961]

Your voice & writing style are perfection, thank you for sharing a lil sneak preview of your book with us, it was so lovely to listen to 💕 looking forward to the next bit! ☺️

[@Shaka6331_]

Really enjoying VEDISI, glad you are doing it. Really comforting watching a fellow Irish person going through this! I'm currently in self quarantine due to having a cough and a temperature! You mentioned in your first VEDISI that you have BPD, I never realised this. I'm waiting on referral to try to get a diagnosis but who knows how long that will take now due to the global pandemic. Comforting to know someone I look up to so much has the disorder I may have also!

[@TheHazelHayes]

Shauna Bromley Yes I do. And PTSD. And it’s been a lot of hard work getting to a place where I feel in control of it all but so worth it. Best of luck with your journey x

[@Shaka6331_]

@@TheHazelHayes glad you're feeling in control of it! I've gotten myself a DBT workbook for the time being until I can maybe get some professional help. Thank you for replying to me! Really enjoyed listening to you reading some of your book, definitely going to preorder!

[@caitlinkenyon3896]

Jesus this is stunning! Can't wait to hear the rest and get my hands on the book

[@boutzee]

I groaned when the video ended! Can’t wait for more. You’re brilliant. xxx

[@anissiaart6167]

Thank you, Hazel. You are inspiring me to write. Which means, you did a good job. 💛

[@TheHazelHayes]

AniLostPie that’s the best kind of complement! Do it ☺️

[@noone-yg8xo]

I never realized how much i watch urs and dodie's video until the moment the date you tried to go on was mentioned because i had remembered when u and dodie were baking valentines day cakes/scones and in that obligatory valentines day content, u had told the story (in an admittedly far less poetic way. i used to watch that video when i needed background noise and just to see u mature so much from that and turn that story into pure art amazing💕

[@hayleymcguire4028]

Beautiful writing! I will be buying this book. I think it’s lovely that you are spending your time doing this to ease this tricky period of self distancing. Hope you are well and staying safe x x x

[@TheHazelHayes]

Hayley McGuire thanks for your support Hayley!

[@inktheidiot7294]

The way you read is so calming, drowns out the chaos that is my life rn. Can’t wait for the next one :))))

[@Ali_and_Macy]

What a gorgeous story so far! We can't wait to hear the rest of chapter one and, you know, read the whole book! Hope you're staying healthy and positive during these strange times, Hazel!

[@Kimberly-hm5xj]

I got tears in my eyes and a smile on my face after you finished! Such beautiful writing, you captured all the possible feelings in an endearing sort of way. And you reading, your intonation, gives another level of emotion to all of these. Thank you very much for sharing, I am looking forward to the rest of the chapter and your reading of it. Lots of love!

[@20KadamsMaclay00]

This is so nice to go back to after having read the book

[@christyburdett9125]

god please release an audiobook🥺🥺🥺

[@xanderw1217]

Hazel, your voice is so soothing to listen to. Thank you for helping me power through my homework!

[@MsKayper]

this was so lovely and cozy, thank you for calming our busy minds with your beautiful words!

[@RuthieCroft]

That journalism degree was worth something, Hazel Hayes...cannot wait to read this when it comes out! 💗

[@later_taters]

Wow ☺️ I listened to that with headphones in and it was awesome, I love your writing style!

[@Makkuvideos]

Wow this is fantastic to listen to. I’ve always considered myself a huge reader, but haven’t picked up a book in a while. And i must say, watching this video has been a nice reminder of what i’m missing out on. Thank you for sharing this with the world. You’ve genuinely inspired me to start reading and even start writing again. I haven’t written since I was probably 10 years old haha! A forgotten passion of mine.

[@eLeLhusband]

I'm sorry, but the energy you radiate just makes me feel cozy.

[@TheHazelHayes]

Ludy You don’t need to be sorry for that lol

[@silentwhisp4r670]

That was freaking fantastic. You are an amazing writer. Also, your voice. If you ever got into the audio book world I would listen just based on you doing it for sure.

[@TheHazelHayes]

Crovax Windgrace ☺️

[@strvnghystrclnkd]

I'm now re watching these w/ my copy woo

[@liliadoliny4465]

this is so cozy amidst all this pandemic. you’re very calming hazel, and a lovely author.

[@mikemccauley4429]

Beautiful story, I'm hooked, awkward dates have kept me social distancing long before necessary, but now with this going on it will seem excruciatingly long waiting until June to get my own copy

[@theatregeek19s]

Hazel, this was so so lovely! Your writing feels cozy and familiar, like chatting with a close friend who is confiding in you. Any chance you'll narrate the official audio version? Anywho, I've just preordered it and am eagerly awaiting the day I can get my hands on a physical copy.

[@beatricebroderick-auger4639]

What a beautiful read. xx

[@wills.789]

Ugh. Hazel is so LOVELY.

[@catarinahagel8193]

i love this, i love that i can work on my projects while listening to your book, i also love that comes with an irish accent

[@hanna_maria]

Henlo I am back to listen through these for the 4th time. You're amazing Hazel

[@joannamurphy7659]

I was hooked from the first few lines! Actually gave me goosebumps! So far this feels like the sort of book you could curl up with after a long day, when you need some emotional release. I can’t wait to hear the rest! (Also it seems to go well with a glass of wine!)

[@TheHazelHayes]

Joanna Murphy I should do a perfect wine pairing video when it comes out ☺️

[@joannamurphy7659]

@@TheHazelHayes That would be brilliant!

[@lulumidget]

Just watched your instagram live and instantly hopped over to listen to this. Looking forward to reading the whole book!

[@mariona713]

Just while I see it, I saw a quote from Paul Neafcy, if anyone sees this I would 100% recommend his book The Princess and The Fool, it is self published and available on amazon. Truly one of my all time favourites!! Right... on with the video.

[@jess-uj6rc]

I had to watch this video incrementally, pausing every few minutes to allow my eyes to de-mist, my cheeks to cool down and my heart rate to settle. Thank you, Hazel.

[@zoieorth1424]

this was lovely, i cannot wait to read this book

[@dustlandfaerie]

I really love this, can't wait to read it all!

[@agincourtdb]

This is soooo good Hazel.

[@Mettelicious]

Also! 18:07 I remember you telling that story with dodie in a video! Gosh!

[@camilagayol9579]

SAME i felt kinda weird, like i was a stalker for knowing this and some other details (like taking the wall of pictures was something hazel did aaaaages ago when she did totm)

[@albertobozzetto8939]

You are stunning on reading out loud!

[@stacker63]

i cannot WAIT to get my copy, i'm SO so excited! this chapter just captivated me, such a wonderful read from you!

[@jaegermeistersfriend]

got random spurts of goosebumps throughout cant wait to read it!

[@ellisc3466]

After having read the book, which u saw on twitter lol, listening to this is odd, because I know more details of the fragments of memory and darn it hit me again

[@theysaylikewhoop]

*curls up to a ball like a little cat, gets super comfy, ready to listen and cry and smile*

[@cori24]

I can’t wait till I can finally read the book!

[@evanreid6917]

Great story Hassle, I loved it seemed very real, your a great writer cheers.

[@SindreHjelle]

Aaah so fun :) Im so excited to get the whole book !

[@Jordynmco]

I just got laid off from my job at a bookstore company because they "couldn't afford to keep people who'd been working there for 6 months or less" while they closed the stores until further notice, and I'm really sad about it because 1) it was my only source of income, and 2) I really loved being around books and selling books and discussing new stories with people, so this was really comforting to me today, thanks, Hazel.

[@TheHazelHayes]

jordyn I’m really sorry to hear that. But I’m sure the book industry will bounce back and so will you! It’s just a little bump and it will pass x

[@Jordynmco]

@@TheHazelHayes thank you, Hazel.

[@Boop_Nicole]

you had nothing to worry about Hazel. this tiny little extract sounds exactly like the sort of thing i would read

[@georgia7636]

Wow, I'm definitely buying this book

[@zoeosman8313]

Hazel - this is fucking excellent writing. I love it.

[@TheHazelHayes]

Zoe Osman thank you zoe!!

[@DucksRock113]

I really enjoyed it - had to pause twice to laugh out loud. My partner was in the background listening (he doesn't read much) and said that he had to keep reminding himself that this was fictional, which I took as a sign that you were doing a good job :)

[@Repulpd]

Omg Loved it!!

[@thepowerofcheesecake]

what a lovely lovely start. will there be an audiobook coming out anytime?

[@bottleblogs6678]

ASMR Book Reading in a lovely Irish accent. I'm in heaven

[@k1_kev]

I dont want to believe its a fiction, sounds like a real event. Well written. Not a big reader but glad i pre ordered this. Great idea with the snippet chapter reading.

[@ChrissyCrow]

So proud of you! This sounds like a great book. You should narrate the whole thing!! ♡

[@iloveyaa4evaa]

I wish i could preorder this to send to the netherlands. I love it and i want it

[@janetong8813]

im listening to this under heavy rainfall 10/10 would recommend

[@colecerys123]

I am so excited to read this

[@lilliahna618]

Wow, such beautiful writing

[@amybean1607]

THATS IT. Pre ordering this goddamn book immediately

[@htrainor1234]

Ah I wish I could love a video!! I have already pre ordered the book under the crown funding but PLEASE tell me you are doing an audiobook?!x

[@bethc495]

Omg this is so entertaining. You're so funny and beautiful! 💞

[@jenniferwiedrich1090]

This is amazing 😍

[@juliareste]

is this an autobiography? i can't remember if u said it was, but i remember the tapas bar story like it was yesterday. maybe its just written based on ur experiences... but either way this is amazing!

[@MsSupermegaawesome]

Jesus I feel this story in my bones!

[@TheHazelHayes]

MsSupermegaawesome wowowow

[@MsSupermegaawesome]

@@TheHazelHayes you have no idea what my brain just did - basically ran in a mental circle squeeing-when I saw your reply! All of Cork could hear me!! You are wonderful I've watched you for years! X

[@xxkate152xx]

I feel like I might cry and I want more

[@Wild4464]

I cannot wait to read your book!! Along with animal crossing, it shall be another glimmer of light in the world :)

[@lj4466]

Me: * gets a cuppa * Lovely, now I’m quite ready to have my heart broken by Hazel Hayes.

[@ellinorhansson7118]

Ugh Hazel, that is just fucking brilliant. Good on you!

[@a7ewald]

(I pre-ordered the kindle-version! OMG it's long till June!)

[@TheHazelHayes]

Tun Ewald it really is I can’t wait for you all to have it too

[@FadyenRS]

Am I the only one who feels heartbroken at the thought of taking down Star Wars posters? :(

[@formysubscribers]

This is excellent, but what else can we expect from Hazel Hayes.

[@isa0ber]

i'm SO intrigued! thank you for taking my mind off things. you're an amazing writer and i'm definitely buying your book

[@youtubequeen4251]

I really want to write my own book. I just have no idea how I want to publish it. I have no idea where to start.

[@georgia7636]

Congrats Hazel :)

[@donaldkernes737]

I really did not want this video to end......